Vocational Counselor I - Culpeper, VA Location

Omega Health•Culpeper, VA

20h

About The Position

Omega Health Services is seeking a compassionate, motivated, and relationship-focused Vocational Counselor for its Culpeper, Virginia team. The counselor helps individuals with disabilities explore career opportunities, develop employment skills, connect with local employers, and receive individualized support to succeed in the workplace. Direct vocational rehabilitation experience is not required; relevant experience supporting people, building relationships, solving problems, or helping others reach goals may be transferable. The role involves identifying participants’ strengths, interests, skills, and employment goals; providing career exploration and employment counseling; preparing participants for job searches and workplace expectations; and offering job coaching and follow-up support. The counselor also develops employer and community partnerships, maintains service documentation, coordinates an assigned caseload, and travels throughout Culpeper and surrounding communities.

Requirements

Relevant professional or lived experience supporting individuals in employment, education, human services, disability services, or a related setting.
Strong communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills.
Good organizational and time-management abilities.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
Genuine interest in supporting individuals with disabilities and helping them achieve employment goals.
Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and current auto insurance.
Willingness to travel throughout the assigned service area.
Basic computer skills for documentation and communication.
Ability to successfully complete required background screenings.

Responsibilities

Identify participants’ strengths, interests, skills, and employment goals.
Provide career exploration, job-readiness guidance, and employment counseling.
Assist participants with resumes, job applications, interview preparation, and workplace expectations.
Provide individualized job coaching and guidance to build confidence and support workplace success.
Identify job openings and match participants with positions suited to their abilities and interests.
Build relationships with local businesses and promote inclusive employment opportunities.
Collaborate with community organizations, referral sources, and other service providers.
Monitor employment progress and provide follow-up support to promote job retention.
Complete case notes, service documentation, and required reports.
Coordinate an assigned caseload, prioritize responsibilities, and travel throughout Culpeper and surrounding communities.